Quote of the month
"Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful."
-Ann Landers
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Canine Trivia
The English Romantic poet Lord Byron was so devastated upon the death of his beloved Newfoundland, whose name was Boatswain, that he had inscribed upon the dog's gravestone the following: "Beauty without vanity, strength without insolence, courage without ferocity, and all the virtues of man without his vices."
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Breed of the month
Great Dane
Origin: Germany
Life span: 7-10 years.
Grooming: Easy-brush once a week
Height: Males- 32 inches or more, Females- 30 inches or more
Weight: 100-150 pounds
Activity level: Moderate
Intelligence: High
Trainibility: High, with positive emphasis because they are so sensitive.
Character: Spirited, courageous, friendly, dependable, not timid or aggressive.
Good with children: Excellent, though contact should be supervised.
Good with other pets: Excellent, though contact should be supervised.
Strangers: Fearless, friendly, but very protective. Takes cues from owner about who is all right.
Watchdog: Excellent.
AKC group: Working
Use: Companion, protection.
Source: DOGFANCY
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Joke
A thief breaks into a house and hears "Jesus is going to get you." He takes a few more steps and hears it again, "Jesus is going to get you." He looks around and sees a parrot. He then asks the bird "Did you say that?" The parrot replies, "Yes I did." The thief then asks the parrot his name and the parrot says, "My name is Clarence." The thief then says, "What idiot named a parrot Clarence?" The bird responds...."The same idiot that named the Rottweiler Jesus!"
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Poem
Shaggy Dog
She is just a dog, a shaggy dog but I love her just the same.
When all my friends desert me break my heart and hurt my pride
I'll just reach down and there I'll find a true friend by my side.
For her I am an idol not a fault does she see,
for she's just a dog, a shaggy dog who puts all her faith in me.
By: Marie Penn
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Web site of the month
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Breed Spotlight 
Australian Shepherd
Personality- Enthusiastic, energetic, active, intelligent, and affectionate. Their focus is always on what they can do for you.
Idea of fun- They do whatever you want to do. This includes all kinds of outdoor activities and any task resembling work, such as fetching the paper. Herding livestock, flyball, and obedience also qualify.
Ideal Home- Rural or semirural family with lots of children, livestock, or both.
Perfect match- They are extremely adaptable and are happy with any responsible owner who has time to provide lots of attention and exercise.
Be forewarned- While they make great family pets, some lines have been bred to be more aggressive. These dogs can be overprotective and quick to nip. Be sure to buy from a breeder who is temperament-conscious.
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Dogs born this month...
Libra (September 24-October 23): Other dogs will fawn over your handsome Libra, but your hopeless romantic won’t know how to deal with them. The neighborhood peacekeepers, Libras are stymied when it comes to decision making.
Scorpio (October 24-November 22): Intuitive and imaginative, Scorpio pets are highly intelligent. Yet they have a vindictive streak, so be careful! These are one-owner dogs—you’re stuck with yours!
